Description
Southern Hot Honey Cauliflower Bites are a deliciously crispy snack that blends sweet and spicy flavors in every bite. Coated in a mouthwatering hot honey glaze, these golden-brown cauliflower florets are perfect as an appetizer for gatherings or as a delightful solo treat on cozy nights. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can elevate your snacking game with this irresistible recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In one bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. In another bowl, place panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each cauliflower floret in the flour mixture, then coat with hot sauce before rolling it in panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the coated florets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
- While baking, combine honey and a splash of hot sauce in a saucepan over low heat until well mixed.
- Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the baked cauliflower bites and toss gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites (80g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg